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Geometric Shape Robot Collage
Artists are inspired by combining shapes to design artworks The 2nd graders learned to distinguish between geometric shapes and naturally occurring organic and free form shapes. They used their understanding to identify combination of basic shapes that make up complex forms. Then they designed their own robot or creation, using geometric shapes, as well as colors to create contrast and mood. Finally the positioning of shapes in space was used to create a feeling of action or inactivity
posted 1/24/2012
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Afro-Kin
Artists are influenced by the form of African masks to create artworks 3rd grade students from PS/MS282 extended their homeroom study of Africa into art class. They revisited the continent’s geography and gained awareness of the function of various African tribal face masks. Additionally they learned how the form of African masks influence the appearance of many works of modern art as globalization emerged as a new phenomena. After understanding art concepts about symmetry, as well as positive and negative space, students create a modern version of an African mask, using collage. The forms each student used is related to the traditional mask characteristics of particular tribes, infused with a modern ritual function of their choosing Excellent work students!
posted 1/24/2012